Washington Wizards vs. Atlanta Hawks Game Predictions (1-13-24)

Inside The Wizards staff gives you their predictions and analysis for the game against the Atlanta Hawks.

The Washington Wizards (6-31) are on the road to face the Atlanta Hawks (15-22) at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA. Tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. E.S.T.

This is the fourth and last time the Wizards will match up with the Hawks this season.

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Atlanta is going for the season sweep after winning the first three games and scoring over 130 points in each contest.

With trade rumors swirling around players on both teams, mainly Washington guard Tyus Jones and Hawks guard Dejounte Murray, they try to keep the focus on the court and what they can control.

Let's see how the Inside The Wizards staff views the game tonight.

Nov 25, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) advances the ball as Washington Wizards guard Tyus Jones (5) looks on during the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports / Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Gage Sheets: Hawks 134 Wizards 131

This is going to be a close game but visualizing Washington get the stops they need is near impossible.

Atlanta guard Trae Young has dominated the Wizards this year which is no surprise considering how bad they have been defending the guard position.

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Washington can score with them though especially with guard Jordan Poole playing much better since moving into a more prominent ball handler role.

Poole has also been more active and engaged on the defensive end these last couple games.

It is a win-able game for the Wizards but as we've seen in other close games Washington has a tough time closing them out.

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